What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Thatcham?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Thatcham is to bus which costs £45 - £70 and takes 7h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Thatcham?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Thatcham is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Thatcham?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Thatcham. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Green Lane via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Blagrave Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Thatcham?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Thatcham. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Thatcham via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Manchester to Thatcham?

The distance between Manchester and Thatcham is 194 miles. The road distance is 181.3 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Thatcham without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Thatcham without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £90 - £250.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Thatcham?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Manchester to Thatcham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Thatcham bus from?

Manchester to Thatcham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Thatcham train from?

Manchester to Thatcham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Thatcham?

The best way to get from Manchester to Thatcham is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £90 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Manchester to Thatcham bus arrive?

Manchester to Thatcham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Manchester to Thatcham train arrive?

Manchester to Thatcham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Thatcham?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Thatcham is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Manchester to Thatcham.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Thatcham?

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Manchester to Thatcham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Thatcham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 55m
£90–247
Drive 180.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Thatchamcar 180.2 mi
3h 23m
£44–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 29m
£46–66
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Thatchamtrain
4h 9m
£85–299
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
4h 12m
£106–232

Manchester to Thatcham by train

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Thatcham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £80–230 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Green Lane via London Heathrow Airport, Heathrow Terminal 2, Reading RailAir, and Blagrave Street in around 7h 29m.

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